Dental consultants like Dr. Bill Kimball and Dr. Mike Abernathy tell us that a “healthy” recall system has at least 70% of the patients of record in it and that having a healthy recall system is the best way to “recession-proof” your practice!

Most doctors “think” at least 70% of the practice is in the recall system, but the real number is closer to only 40-45%! If you think this doesn’t apply to you, then take this simple test.

Take one hundred charts (in a row) off your shelves and then examine each chart. See how many charts represent people who have been in within the last 12 months. These are your “active” patients. Now, see how may have had their teeth cleaned and examined within the last year. How many out of 100 is that? If it’s less than 70%, keep reading.

Now are you convinced there “may” be a problem? If you are staring at empty chairs (or holes in your schedule) and don’t know what to do… you need to check out this reactivation system before it’s too late!